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“Whenever I make videos, I rely heavily on the music I incorporate. I think the reason why people get so emotional over films is the combination of a visual and music component--without both, it just wouldn’t be the same.” -Anna Maestas

By day, Anna Maestas is a sophomore at the University of Oregon studying journalism. By night, Anna directs and produces a series of moody, heartbreakingly beautiful short films. The first episode of her video series, “Would You Like to Leave a Message?,” premiered just last month. The film, inspired by and centered around a real voicemail submitted by Anna's friend, is as tragic as it is visually stunning. The accompanying track, Perfume Genius’ “Otherside” builds the film to an incredible climax, leaving the viewer with a sense of mutual longing and sympathy for the actors on screen. “Otherside” fits perfectly in terms of content and rhythm, complimenting the… Read More

Frankie Kerner, a junior at the UO, is spreading the word about Eugene's growing music scene in the most creative way possible. Her DIY music zine, "The Eugene Muzine," which covers local bands, student art and writing, photography, and music-related projects on campus made its debut just last month! Frankie, also known by her on-air name, DJ Bird, is an office assistant at KWVA, manager of the Eugene band Laundry, and a journalism student with a focus on music journalism. Her show on KWVA, "Flippin' the Bird" is every Thursday from 11 am-noon, where you can find her jamming to music from the alternative, folk, jazz, soul, funk, and indie genre. I sat down with Frankie today to talk a little bit about her new zine, what's in store for… Read More

If you're a DJ here at KWVA, you might be familiar with a little friend of ours who lives in the main air studio...the KWVA air conditioner! He's loud, sassy, and has a lot to say. KWVA DJ Reverend Marc Time did a hilarious interview with him last month to introduce him to our listeners. Enjoy!   [embed]https://soundcloud.com/marc-time/interview-with-kwva-air-conditioner?fbclid=IwAR2cFTgcK1O_0xv9CwN1CgTSge-x0WB4hv4qbfbMkz5TzdyPeDuikUHuxKU[/embed]    

    DJ spotlights are a great way for you to meet the awesome students and community members behind the voices you hear on KWVA each day. Stay tuned for a DJ Spotlight every few weeks, and if you're a DJ who'd like to be featured, email Sophie. Check out this week's spotlight with DJ Abulikah, host of "Notes from the Underground," every Tuesday from 8-10 pm. Abulikah is a community member and UO alum here at the station. He's been a KWVA DJ since July of 2003! KWVA Music Blog: What kind of music do you typically play on your show? Abulikah: I play experimental, noise, industrial, goth and other strange, bizarre, uncategorizable sounds; pushing, bending and twisting the porous boundaries of what most would consider 'music'. KWVA: Who is your favorite artist to play on… Read More

Check out this cool post by Music Blog Director/KWVA DJ Sophie on why college & local radio is so great, featured on her personal blog, A Perfect Playlist!

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I have a passion for radio. When I was a junior in high school, I visited my (now) college campus for the first time, University of Oregon, & was immediately drawn to the student-run radio station, KWVA. I loved the idea of a community of like-minded, music-obsessed students talking about/ playing what they love on the air. The station, at the time, a small hole-in-the-wall studio that was once a women's bathroom, was covered in stickers and band posters. Promo CDs were scattered among stacks of cassette tapes and vinyl, and hipster-looking students rushed in and out of the studio, welcoming me with giant smiles. I knew I had to get involved.… Read More

Join us for an amazing weekend of programming! We are welcoming back alumni, 25 hours of alumni to celebrate our 25th anniversary! Here is our special 25th Anniversary Alumni on-air schedule, including names of DJs and the programs they previously hosted: Saturday, May 26th: 10am The Lonely Guy, host of The Lonely Guy Radio Program 11am Theo Therone, host of Groove Morning to You noon DJ DAD, host of The Radio Station Wagon 1pm DJ Bandino, host of Sample Chains 2pm DeMoeFunk, host of The Discositdown 3pm Amy Dials, host of Just the Machete 4pm Pigeon (and djpj), host of Better Than Sleep 5pm Queen Autumn, host of The Grasshopper Unit 6pm Screamer, host of Metal Madness 7pm Queen Autumn, host of The Grasshopper Unit (part 2) 8pm DJ Martha, host of Martha's Tacos 9pm DJ Kiks, host of Saturday Night Time Machine 10pm Janna, host of Mix programming Sunday, May 27th: 8am Mary, host of radio glitterpie 10am DJ who had no name, host of Texas Chainsaw Acoustic Hour 11am… Read More

Artist Interviews - Saint Mesa / Hoops / Mount Kimbie What do you like about playing at festivals? I just preformed at BottleRock and that was my first festival ever. Growing up I did not have like $300 to drop on a festival. Sasquatch! is my second. But what I have gathered so far is the environment is more chill than playing at a venue. People are locked in for the day they aren’t trying to get in and get out. All the people working here seam like they enjoy being apart of the festival experience. It was also nice to just finish my set, load up the truck, and get to relax and walk around the festival. So far I really like festivals. Are you looking forward to seeing any artists… Read More

Since their inception, Los Angeles-based band Girlpool has embraced a concise and minimalistic sound. The duo, consisting of Harmony Tividad and Cleo Tucker, have previously featured simply guitar, bass, and vocals in both their studio recordings and live performances. This limitation has often aided them in creating an intimate sound, yet they have never struggled with achieving moments of intensity. In 2015, with the release of their first full-length album Before the World Was Big, Girlpool solidified their place as a notable name in the area of west coast indie rock. Powerplant, Girlpool’s recently released sophomore effort, expands on their established sound in a way that feels mature and natural. Upon first listen, an obvious and recognizable change is the addition of drums. I’m sure Tucker and Tividad have become interested in exploring the possibilities of a larger band, which in turn has also… Read More

by natalie miano KWVA DJS love Sasquatch! Music Festival. We take pride in this PNW festival being one of the best music festivals to go to in America. Between the beautiful Gorge, the killer lineups, and the wonderful people that flock to this festival every year, it is no wonder why we keep going back.

BEST SASQUATCH LINEUPS:

Every year Sasquatch! brings the jams. This year LCD Soundsystem is headlining!!!!!!! Not only does Sasquatch! have huge artists on the Main Stage but they have the scoop on who is up and coming. The smaller stages showcase incredible new artists that will headline festivals 2-3 years after they perform here. They are always ahead of the game.  A Eugene favorite, Corey Harper, will be at Sasquatch this year along with other amazing PNW artists. Check out he full lineup for 2017 !… Read More

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Com Truise & Clark Interview by Sean Thomson's 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjiKOxqCEdA

show: Sunday May 7th - WOW Hall

listen to KWVA 88.1 for ticket giveaway to WOW Hall shows